Façade of the Covilhã Church in Lisbon, Portugal ~ Ceramic tiles depicting various saints, (azulejos), adorn many Portugese walls & buildings. The art of decorative tiling was introduced in Portugal by the Moors over 5 centuries ago

Portuguese tiles, or "azulejos". Tiles on walls are found throughout Portugal. The arrangements have told the story of the Portuguese people for centuries. Typically, they are hand-painted in blue and white, but some are done in very rich, bright colors.

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The Carboy (Mr. Wine) created by the artist Joana Vasconcelos was commissioned by the city of Torres Vedras to be installed in the new city market as a piece of public sculpture. This work, about five feet tall, was designed with iron fences inspired by the patterns of typical Portuguese houses.